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  1. Phil Greer was one of the finest men I ever knew. I’m so saddened to learn of his passing. My prayers to Phil’s loved ones. I know you will deeply miss him.

  2. Phil will be truly missed by many. I have more than 35 years of some amazing adventures we had working together.
    Prays to the family 🙏

  3. Margaret, I’m so sorry to learn of Phil’s passing. I enjoyed working with him for many years at Lewis Advertising before his retirement. May his memory be a blessing to you, his friends and the rest of the family.

  4. Margaret I am so sorry. Phil was the first person I met at Lewis. He picked me up at the airport. He brought me up to speed in the hour it took to get to the agency and his keen sense of humor helped tremendously during the crazy times.

  5. There are no words. My heart is broken. Phil and I had a unique working relationship. We worked hard and had fun. I will miss him. Prayers to Margaret and his family.

  6. Love & light to all of you in NC. We’re holding you in our thoughts from Roseville, CA. Big hugs Margaret, Alice, and Sharon. From The California Burleigh’s 💖

  7. My heart and my thoughts are with Phil’s family. Phil was a great guy. Made me feel so welcome when I moved to NC. Was always a pleasure to sit, talk, and laugh with him.

  8. My heart is broken. Phil was the best boss and friend/buddy i ever had. My prayers are with Margaret and the family.i wish you peace.

  9. Oh Margaret, I don’t have the words to express the shock of this loss for you. I am so sorry, if there’s anything that you need, don’t hesitate to ask. From our wonderful painting experiences in your beautiful houses to just the general mayhem of the creative department, Phil was exceptional. Just know that we will all miss him, but not as much as you. Much love, T

  10. Did not know Phil but a very good friend of his sister and mother. My heart aches for them. Hard to lose someone you love so young. Rest in peace Phil!

  11. New friend but I shall miss him forever. He always showed me that 4 hours of golf with the guys was never all about golf.

  12. Margaret and family I am saddened beyond words. I have so many wonderful memories of our time at LAI. He was the leader of our “rat pack”. Beth and have reminisced and shed tears but will always remember Phil with a full heart.

  13. Sending my condolences to Phil’s family. So sorry to hear of his untimely passing. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers and the days ahead. I worked with Phil at Lewis Advertising in 2013-2016 but an awesome man to work with. Loved his personality once we worked more together. He will be missed by so many. Rest on Phil. Take your rest.

  14. Margaret, Thoughts and prayers for you and the family. Phil was a dear friend for 30 years and a huge part of the Hardee’s family. God bless.

  15. Sincerely sorry to hear of Phil’s passing. My sympathy to everyone. We were good friends through junior high school in Columbia, MO. Sleepovers, football in the back yard, roaming the neighborhood pretending we were commandos. A great guy to have as a buddy. Best wishes, Jesse Biddle

  16. Ah Phil! You were so loved and such a funny, intelligent, and good friend to so many of us. You kind of seemed to just show up in Columbia, Missouri to educate us all about North Carolina and fishing and being enthusiastic about anything you loved. And so, we loved you. It’s been years, but you’re still that crazy, red-headed, ball of energy and you always wil be.

  17. Dearest Margaret, Ian, Gavin and family, we are truly heartbroken at the loss of Phil. He was a great friend, hunting buddy and all around good guy. Our sincere condolences go out to you and the family. Phil will be missed.

  18. I am SO SORRY for the loss of Phil. I mostly knew Phil in high school in Columbia. I knew he went back to (my native) North Carolina, and i communicated with him many years ago. Just a really good guy / human being!!!

  19. I’m at a loss. What a great man and he will be missed. I hope there’s many ducks in heaven and Phil is in his happy place!

  20. Alice and family, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of Phillip. Please know your in our thoughts and prayers.

  21. My heart goes out to Phil’s family. I had the privilege of working with Phil through Hardee’s for 16 years. He was always so kind and helpful to me. Sending prayers that God comforts and holds Phil’s loved ones in His arms

  22. All of us here at Boddie-Noell were so sorry to hear of Phil’s passing. He was a great business partner and more importantly friend to us for many years. we extend our condolences and prayers to his family.

  23. Margaret, I’m so sorry about Phil and know how shocking and terrifying this can be. Please know that many people will be keeping you in their thoughts and are willing to help in anyway. Call on us!

  24. I’m so sorry for your loss. I worked with Phil for many years at Lewis. He was a very talented person. Keeping Margaret and entire family in prayer.

  25. Margaret. Nothing I can say will help with the pain today. Just know I am thinking of you and Phil and want you to know it was a pleasure to know both of you. Take care of yourself.
    Dave Hoban

  26. Phil,

    RIP my friend. You were the most popular on our CKE “vendor circuit”. You cared about others! You could hit a golf ball a country mile. You loved your Mizzou Tigers. No one ever said a bad word about you.

    You’ll be missed by many!

    My condolences to Margaret and to your extended family.

    Sincerely,

    Philip Perry
    Ft.Lauderdale, FL.

  27. So many great memories of times with Phil. He was a terrific business partner and big personality. His long drive prowess on the golf course was legendary. I know he’ll be greatly missed by family and friends. God Bless

  28. Margaret and family, please accept my condolences. I only had the pleasure of working with Phil for a little over two years but I had ultimate respect for him as an agency guy and love as a friend. Phil took me duck and dove hunting when we lived in NC many years ago. I have some stories…

    Phil will be missed and as Jim Lowdermilk said, this hurts. May he rest in peace.

  29. So awfull sorry for everyones loss. He was a dear friend and just all around awxome person. Of course also a great golfer who taught me a lot. I was blessed enough to be with him when he made a hole in one.

  30. I couldn’t agree more with all the wonderful things said here about Phil —he was always the coolest, smartest, and wittiest person in the room. He treated everyone with respect and fairness, and his trademark “Buddy” made everyone feel like a friend.

    I was lucky to know him and will miss him deeply. My heart goes out to his family and all who loved him.

  31. Too young to say goodbye. He was such a kind, funny, charming and one of kind friend.
    There is non one else that comes close…
    I knew him as “Red” or “Phast Phil” in our days after high school and we roomed together at the Brown House and Country Club Court in the late 70’s… but he couldn’t wait to get back to his beloved Carolina. He taught me to cast a fly for the first time back in the 95 and we fished together up until about 7-8 years ago.
    My heart goes out to you Margaret, Alice, & Sharon as I know you’re missing him beyond words. He will be forever in my memory and missed daily, I’m sure he will still be with me as I’m wading the streams we once fished together. So I won’t say goodbye, but instead, I’ll ask, “Are the fish rising up there Red?”

  32. When I was a kid, Uncle Phill called me “TC.” When I came out as transgender and came to the family with my new name, Kristen, he immediately switched my nickname to “TK”. It meant absolutely everything to me. Uncle Phil was a wonderful and loving Uncle, and a truly great man.

  33. My heart is very sad for all of you! Phil- loved life & his family so well. I know he will greatly be missed.

  34. Richard & Retta so very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

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Phillip Alan Greer

January 11, 2025

Phillip Alan Greer, born September 28, 1959, in Boone, North Carolina, passed suddenly at his home in Kill Devil Hills, on January 11, 2025.

In Phil’s early life, he left Boone to attend the University of Missouri where he graduated with a BA in Journalism. However, he never left either behind. He never strayed far from his North Carolina roots and was never happier than when he was cheering the mighty Tigers, whether it be from the stadium or his living room. Even his personal email was “MizzouandBoone”.

Phil spent forty years in advertising as a writer, creative director, and Senior Vice President, mostly with Henderson in Greenville, SC, and Lewis Advertising in Rocky Mount, NC.  During that time, he met and married the love of his life, Margaret. He was nationally recognized in the Hardee’s Restaurant System for his work on Boddie-Noell and national print media for all Carl’s/Hardee’s franchise restaurants.  He was a voracious learner and had a unique grasp of combining creativity with sales and business strategy. Phil and his beloved wife, Margaret, moved to their dream cottage on the Outer Banks when they retired from full-time work in 2022.

Phil’s joie de vivre (joy of life) made friends of strangers and, once you were his friend, it was life-long. He lived out loud and if you ask anyone who knew Phil, the words fun and funny come to mind. Whether it was golf outings or hunting near Lake Gaston, Phil loved the outdoors and often enjoyed it with family and friends. He scored his first hole-in-one in October 2024.

What Phil loved the most were his family and friends.  His home and heart were always open, and he was always ready to entertain with food, music, and fun.  He was a loving husband and devoted father to his stepsons whom he loved as his own. Watching them grow into men, marry, and have children of their own was his greatest joy.

Phil’s survivors include his wife of 29 years, Margaret; his sons, Gavin Ros (Krystal) and Ian Ros (Natalie); his grandchildren, Indy and Melody Ros; his mother, Alice Quattrocchi; his father, Richard Greer (Retta); his sisters, Sharon Blessing (Paul) and Sarah Smith (Adam); his brother, John Greer; his sisters-in-law, Gina Weber (Jim), Elisabeth Hardy (Chris), Patti Gering (Bruce), Barbara Theroux (Paul), Tracy Manheim (Bill), Laurie Reeder (Matt); his brother-in-law, William Ritter (Lori); and a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, cousins, and many, many friends.

Friends and family will gather to celebrate his life on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at 1:00pm at Aviator Brewing Company Smokehouse Event Center, at 519 Broad St., Fuquay-Varina, NC.  As with every party Phil hosted, all are welcome.

Phil was always ready to share his talents and passions and was always happy to help out a family member, friend, or neighbor.  So it seems fitting that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to any of the following organizations: Outer Banks Food Pantry (https://beachfoodpantry.org), Ducks Unlimited – Missouri Chapter (https://www.ducks.org/missouri) or Hurricane Helene – Boone United Methodist Church (https://booneumc.org).

Gallop Funeral Services was entrusted with arrangements. Please leave a message of hope at gallopfuneralservices.com

Condolences

Susan Harper

There are no words!! Hugs for Grit!!!❤️😘 (aka 007)

Sandra Thomason

I am so very sorry. He was a nice person. I enjoyed working with him for years.

Don Williams

Phil Greer was one of the finest men I ever knew. I'm so saddened to learn of his passing. My prayers to Phil's loved ones. I know you will deeply miss him.

Lee Lewis

Phil will be truly missed by many. I have more than 35 years of some amazing adventures we had working together. Prays to the family 🙏

Mary Frances Bush

Margaret, I'm so sorry to learn of Phil's passing. I enjoyed working with him for many years at Lewis Advertising before his retirement. May his memory be a blessing to you, his friends and the rest of the family.

larry chesney

I'll miss you, buddy.

Laura Pritchett

My heart hurts for you....much love...

SKIP SPRYE

MY THOUGHT AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AS YOU GO THROUGH THIS MOST DIFFICULT TIME. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

Ronnie Grillo

Margaret I am so sorry. Phil was the first person I met at Lewis. He picked me up at the airport. He brought me up to speed in the hour it took to get to the agency and his keen sense of humor helped tremendously during the crazy times.

Tony Sharpe

He was the best friend I ever had.

Joann Zalusky

There are no words. My heart is broken. Phil and I had a unique working relationship. We worked hard and had fun. I will miss him. Prayers to Margaret and his family.

Krystl Burleigh

Love & light to all of you in NC. We’re holding you in our thoughts from Roseville, CA. Big hugs Margaret, Alice, and Sharon. From The California Burleigh’s 💖

Jim Lowdermilk

I’m just lost with how to express myself. No lie, this hurts. Much love to Margaret.

Mike Sanford

My heart and my thoughts are with Phil’s family. Phil was a great guy. Made me feel so welcome when I moved to NC. Was always a pleasure to sit, talk, and laugh with him.

Alberta Jones Cobb

So sorry to hear this news. Prayers will be with you and the family. Ma Bert

Susan Sherrod

My heart is broken. Phil was the best boss and friend/buddy i ever had. My prayers are with Margaret and the family.i wish you peace.

Teresa Wood-Woolard

Oh Margaret, I don’t have the words to express the shock of this loss for you. I am so sorry, if there’s anything that you need, don’t hesitate to ask. From our wonderful painting experiences in your beautiful houses to just the general mayhem of the creative department, Phil was exceptional. Just know that we will all miss him, but not as much as you. Much love, T

Maggie and George

Did not know Phil but a very good friend of his sister and mother. My heart aches for them. Hard to lose someone you love so young. Rest in peace Phil!

Cindy Dowis

I am so sorry for your loss. Alice was so proud of him and always had positive things to tell.

Bobby Garrison

New friend but I shall miss him forever. He always showed me that 4 hours of golf with the guys was never all about golf.

John Turnage

Margaret and family I am saddened beyond words. I have so many wonderful memories of our time at LAI. He was the leader of our “rat pack”. Beth and have reminisced and shed tears but will always remember Phil with a full heart.

Julian Exum

Sending my condolences to Phil's family. So sorry to hear of his untimely passing. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers and the days ahead. I worked with Phil at Lewis Advertising in 2013-2016 but an awesome man to work with. Loved his personality once we worked more together. He will be missed by so many. Rest on Phil. Take your rest.

Bobby Medlen

Margaret, Thoughts and prayers for you and the family. Phil was a dear friend for 30 years and a huge part of the Hardee's family. God bless.

Jesse Biddle

Sincerely sorry to hear of Phil’s passing. My sympathy to everyone. We were good friends through junior high school in Columbia, MO. Sleepovers, football in the back yard, roaming the neighborhood pretending we were commandos. A great guy to have as a buddy. Best wishes, Jesse Biddle

David Biddle

Ah Phil! You were so loved and such a funny, intelligent, and good friend to so many of us. You kind of seemed to just show up in Columbia, Missouri to educate us all about North Carolina and fishing and being enthusiastic about anything you loved. And so, we loved you. It's been years, but you're still that crazy, red-headed, ball of energy and you always wil be.

Jim & Debbie Sineath

Dearest Margaret, Ian, Gavin and family, we are truly heartbroken at the loss of Phil. He was a great friend, hunting buddy and all around good guy. Our sincere condolences go out to you and the family. Phil will be missed.

Kathy Chesney

Margaret, I am so sorry to hear of this. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Rick Hocks

I am SO SORRY for the loss of Phil. I mostly knew Phil in high school in Columbia. I knew he went back to (my native) North Carolina, and i communicated with him many years ago. Just a really good guy / human being!!!

Cousin Sue

Alice and family, I am so sorry about Phillip. Praying for all of you.

William Clark

I’m at a loss. What a great man and he will be missed. I hope there’s many ducks in heaven and Phil is in his happy place!

Sharon Grant

Alice and family, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of Phillip. Please know your in our thoughts and prayers.

Wendy Pressas

My heart goes out to Phil’s family. I had the privilege of working with Phil through Hardee’s for 16 years. He was always so kind and helpful to me. Sending prayers that God comforts and holds Phil’s loved ones in His arms

Bill Boddie, Sr.

All of us here at Boddie-Noell were so sorry to hear of Phil's passing. He was a great business partner and more importantly friend to us for many years. we extend our condolences and prayers to his family.

Shannon L. Joseph

I am glad I had the chance to know and learn from Phil. You will be missed!

Allison D Daniel

Margaret, I'm so sorry about Phil and know how shocking and terrifying this can be. Please know that many people will be keeping you in their thoughts and are willing to help in anyway. Call on us!

Christie Wall Woodruff

I'm so sorry for your loss. I worked with Phil for many years at Lewis. He was a very talented person. Keeping Margaret and entire family in prayer.

Dave Hoban

Margaret. Nothing I can say will help with the pain today. Just know I am thinking of you and Phil and want you to know it was a pleasure to know both of you. Take care of yourself. Dave Hoban

Philip Perry

Phil, RIP my friend. You were the most popular on our CKE “vendor circuit”. You cared about others! You could hit a golf ball a country mile. You loved your Mizzou Tigers. No one ever said a bad word about you. You’ll be missed by many! My condolences to Margaret and to your extended family. Sincerely, Philip Perry Ft.Lauderdale, FL.

Lee Staak

So many great memories of times with Phil. He was a terrific business partner and big personality. His long drive prowess on the golf course was legendary. I know he’ll be greatly missed by family and friends. God Bless

Doug Reifschneider

Margaret and family, please accept my condolences. I only had the pleasure of working with Phil for a little over two years but I had ultimate respect for him as an agency guy and love as a friend. Phil took me duck and dove hunting when we lived in NC many years ago. I have some stories… Phil will be missed and as Jim Lowdermilk said, this hurts. May he rest in peace.

Rene Stoffel

So awfull sorry for everyones loss. He was a dear friend and just all around awxome person. Of course also a great golfer who taught me a lot. I was blessed enough to be with him when he made a hole in one.

Jennifer Shea

I couldn’t agree more with all the wonderful things said here about Phil —he was always the coolest, smartest, and wittiest person in the room. He treated everyone with respect and fairness, and his trademark “Buddy” made everyone feel like a friend. I was lucky to know him and will miss him deeply. My heart goes out to his family and all who loved him.

Jack & Michelle Burks

Too young to say goodbye. He was such a kind, funny, charming and one of kind friend. There is non one else that comes close… I knew him as “Red” or “Phast Phil” in our days after high school and we roomed together at the Brown House and Country Club Court in the late 70’s… but he couldn’t wait to get back to his beloved Carolina. He taught me to cast a fly for the first time back in the 95 and we fished together up until about 7-8 years ago. My heart goes out to you Margaret, Alice, & Sharon as I know you’re missing him beyond words. He will be forever in my memory and missed daily, I’m sure he will still be with me as I’m wading the streams we once fished together. So I won’t say goodbye, but instead, I’ll ask, “Are the fish rising up there Red?”

Kristen Blessing

When I was a kid, Uncle Phill called me "TC." When I came out as transgender and came to the family with my new name, Kristen, he immediately switched my nickname to "TK". It meant absolutely everything to me. Uncle Phil was a wonderful and loving Uncle, and a truly great man.

Scottie Rawlings

My heart is very sad for all of you! Phil- loved life & his family so well. I know he will greatly be missed.

Jim & Ginny Poe

Richard & Retta so very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.